Living Chronic
Welcome to the Living Chronic Podcast, where we have real, raw, and honest conversations about life with chronic illness and disability. Hosted by Brandy Schantz, a disabled veteran and chronic illness advocate, this podcast explores the realities of navigating work, healthcare, and everyday life while managing a disability or chronic condition.
Each episode features insightful discussions with medical professionals, disability advocates, and individuals sharing their personal journeys. We tackle topics such as workplace accommodations, navigating the healthcare system, mental health, and breaking down societal barriers that often hold disabled individuals back.
Whether you're living with a chronic condition, supporting a loved one, or looking to create a more inclusive world, Living Chronic is here to provide knowledge, inspiration, and a sense of community.
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Living Chronic
The Importance of Rest and Self-Care in Managing Chronic Illness Finding New Ways to Cope: Beyond Alcohol
In this conversation, Brandy Schantz speaks with Emma Polette about her journey with chronic illness and her focus on healing. They discuss the importance of practicing Ahimsa, the philosophy of yoga, and the need for self-compassion. Emma shares her experience with endometriosis and the benefits of attending a pelvic pain clinic. They also touch on the significance of rest and the decision to prioritize health over work. Additionally, they discuss the issue of alcohol consumption among women and Emma's personal journey to sobriety. Emma Polette shares her personal journey with alcohol and how she decided to quit drinking. She discusses how alcohol consumed her thoughts and affected her health, particularly her endometriosis. Emma also talks about the societal pressure to drink and the need to have open conversations about the unhealthy aspects of alcohol consumption. She emphasizes the importance of finding alternative ways to cope with stress and comfort oneself. Emma highlights the physical and mental benefits she experienced after quitting alcohol, including better sleep and reduced anxiety.
takeaways
- Practicing Ahimsa, the philosophy of non-harming, can be beneficial for individuals with chronic illness, as it promotes self-compassion and reduces unnecessary suffering.
- Attending a pelvic pain clinic can provide valuable support and resources for individuals with conditions like endometriosis, offering a comprehensive approach to treatment and healing.
- Prioritizing rest and self-care is essential for managing chronic illness and promoting overall well-being.
- Choosing to prioritize health and happiness over work and financial gain can lead to unexpected opportunities and a greater sense of fulfillment.
- Addressing the issue of alcohol consumption among women is important, as it can be used as a coping mechanism for stress and anxiety, and finding support and resources for sobriety can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling life. Alcohol consumption can consume your thoughts and affect your health.
- Societal pressure to drink can be overwhelming, but it's important to have open conversations about the unhealthy aspects of alcohol consumption.
- Finding alternative ways to cope with stress and comfort oneself is crucial.
- Quitting alcohol can lead to physical and mental benefits, such as better sleep and reduced anxiety.
